Technology Integration Matrix

Introduction
The goal is to promote technology integration that is seamless and that adds significant value to students learning of core
curriculum (language arts, math, social studies, and science content). You will investigate theoretical and practical issues
surrounding the use of multimedia, email, Internet resources, educational software, and hardware within K-12 classrooms. The
Technology Integration Matrix is to assist preservice educators in making connections between theories, resources, content, and
pedagogy.
Learning Objective
Students will analyze projects completed in class on the Technology Integration Matrix to demonstrate the relationships between
theories, content, technology, and pedagogy.
Course Objectives
Instruction
2. Integrate technology into curriculum and pedagogy for ALL students.
Issues
4. Describe appropriate uses of technologies (Internet, multimedia, communication tools, etc.) in learning environments.
Skills Development
5. Apply information literacy skills (including searching and evaluation strategies) while using electronic resources.
6. Locate, analyze, and contribute to information from Web 2.0 sources.
Teaching with Technology
12.Research, teach, and publish ways to use innovative technology in education.
Directions
1. Read all information (introduction, objectives, explanations, the matrix)
2. Compare the concept, project, or method to the matrix.
3. Fill in how and why the concept, project, or method applies to the theory and standard and provide suggestions for use.
4. Write a five sentence reflection describing more detail or providing clarification for the information you filled in on the
matrix.
5. Load the matrix to the appropriate dropbox in BlackBoard and post it to the matrix page on your ePortfolio.
Explanation of Standards
www.cde.state.co.us
Colorado Academic Standards were created by the Colorado Department of Education to increase student performance in K-12
education and success post high school. The standards create accountability and are a topical organization of material in multiple
content areas. Every grade level has several standards for each content area designed to provide clarity and direction.
The standard elements include:

Prepared Graduate Competencies

Standard

Grade Level Expectations or High School Expectations

Evidence Outcomes
21st Century Skills and Readiness Competencies

Explanation of ISTE, NETS-S, and NETS-T

www.iste.org
ISTE is The International Society for Technology in Education. ISTE created the national educational technology standards for
teachers and students in K-12 education to assist learning in a digital society, because technology has forever changed the way
teaching and learning occur.
The benefits of using the ISTE Standards include:
Improving higher-order thinking skills, such as problem solving, critical thinking and creativity
Preparing students for their future in a competitive global job market
Designing student-centered, project-based and online learning environments
Guiding systemic change in our schools to create digital places of learning
Inspiring digital age professional models for working, collaborating and decision making
Explanation of Educational Theories
Education theory is the theory of the purpose, application and interpretation of education and learning. It largely an umbrella
term, being comprised of a number of theories, rather than a single explanation of how we learn, and how we should teach.
Rather, it is affected by several factors, including theoretical perspective and epistemological position.
There is no one, clear, universal explanation of how we learn and subsequent guidebook as to how we should teach. Rather, there
are a range of theories, each with their background in a different psychological and epistemological tradition. To understand
learning then, we have to understand the theories, and the rationale behind them.
http://www.ucdoer.ie/index.php/Education_Theory

You may agree or disagree with theories presented, but knowing and understanding if they have any value to add to your
pedagogy, and if they are in alignment with your teaching and technology integration philosophies, is vital to your preparation for
becoming an educator. If you are unfamiliar with the concepts and theories presented, please take the time to follow the links for
further information.
Explanation of Differentiation
Technology can be the great equalizer. In a classroom of 30 students, how will you meet the diverse needs of students?
Technology is one method to assist you in making this process a bit easier. Differentiation is modifying instruction to help
students with diverse academic needs and learning styles to master the same academic content using engaging techniques and
methods. As you complete projects for this class, you need to think of how they can be adjusted for gifted and talented students,
students with physical disabilities, and students with learning disabilities.

Technology Integration Matrix

Colorado
Academic
Standards

NETS
T

NETS S

Blooms
Taxonomy

Constructi
vism

Student
Use

Mathematics
1. Number
Sense,
Properties,
and
Operations

2. Patterns,
Functions,

Math Evolve
is a great app
that provides
a fun and
engaging way
to practice
math facts,
number
sense, and
mental math
skills. The
target
audience
ranges from 6
and up, with
challenging
and fun
games for
adults.
Students
could practice
their
fundamental
math skills
while playing
engaging
games. This
app can be
monitored by
students
attempting to
beat their
previously
high score.
Students can
play on
devices
during their
free time or
during math
when they
have finished
the lesson.
Using the
Applying
level of

Direct
Instructio
n

Flipped
Classroo
m

Instructio
nism

Behavior
ism

and
Algebraic
Structures

3. Analysis,
Statistics,
and
Probability
4. Shape,
Dimension,
and

Blooms
Taxonomy.
Operation Math
Squad. A
game where
the player
recruits up to
three other
Base 10 agents
to join them as
they decode a
series of mathbusting
devices. Solve
all the
equations to
disarm the
device and
receive a
congratulatory
message from
Agent Prime.
But be careful!
Too many
wrong answers
and their
keypad will
disconnect,
taking them
out of the
action and
putting their
entire team at
risk. Students
not only apply
their
knowledge of
base ten, but
also interact
with their
peers while
developing
their skills.

Geometric
Relationship
s
Reading, Writing, and Communicating
1. Oral
Expression
and
Listening
2. Reading
for All
Purposes

3. Writing
and
Composition

There will be
multiple QR
codes around
the room,
attached to
books. Students
will be able to
use ipod shuffles
to listen while
reading the
books. Teachers
will be able to
switch out QR
codes. Not only
will this allow
struggling
readers to listen
while reading
text, but it will
allow students
to gain
comfortablility in
their reading
levels. Teachers
can attach QR
codes to
instructional
videos as well.
Having
accessible QR
codes will
engage students
to become more
interested
readers.
Students use
Evernote to
manipulate
their notes in
cool ways.
This app can
be used to

take notes,
and to use as
a daily writing
journal.
There are
applications
specifically
for students
with learning
disabilities.
This app is
great for
students who
may struggle
with taking
notes in class
or need help
from teachers
during
lessons. This
app could
even help
students of all
ages to study
content.
Standard 3: b
&c

4. Research
and
Reasoning
Social Studies
1. History

Students will
research a
historical
figure from
the 19th
century,
representing
why their
person
changed the
world.
Students may
use multiple
ways of
presenting
the
information.
Students will
use Edmodo
to share their
presentations

with the
entire class.
Standard 2: a
&b

2.
Geography
3.
Economics

St. Louis
Fed's Econ Ed
Mobile
Learning app
for the iPad,
iPhone and
iPod Touch.
This app
allows you to
visualize and
understand
how inflation
and the cost
of credit can
affect your
spending and
saving
decisions.
This app
allows
students to
learn how to
make wise
choices as
citizens,
workers, and
consumers.
Students are
able to
virtually play
in the real
world of
economics.

4. Civics
Science
1. Physical
Science
2. Life
Science

Using the
create and
applying
levels of
Blooms
Taxonomy;
students will
research an

animal of their
choice in a
multi-genre
research
project.
Students must
use at least
three different
types of genres
that exemplify
the research
they have
done.
Students will
use wix.com or
weebly.com as
their container
of
presentation.
Students will
explore how to
develop
websites by
using fun ways
to showcase
their research.
Finally,
students will
upload links to
their final
projects on the
classroom site.

3. Earth
Systems
Science

Students will
research a
period in the
geological
timeline, and
present their
research via
Glogster, an
online poster
website.
Students will
enjoy
manipulating
the site in
order to
reflect their
research.
Students will
post their
online
posters onto

the
classroom
blog in
addition to
giving a short
presentation
of their
posters.
Students will
come to class
having at
least begun
their
research.
Class time
will be given
to work on
their Glogs.

Differentiation
Learning
Disabilities EEOs
Gifted/
Talented
Other

For both
students with
learning
disabilities and
gifted and
talented
students,
mobile learning
is a great way
to incorporate
all students.
Using mobile
learning
techniques,
students can
improve at
their own pace,
and learn in a
way that best
suits their
learning style.
Nobody has to
be
embarrassed
by their current
level, because
the entire class

doesnt need
to know.

Reflection:
I thoroughly enjoy using mobile learning techniques such as BYOD and using Ipads, and other applications, in the classroom. As
stated in the other learners category, using this technique allows students to learn and grow at their own pace. There isnt any
pressure or competition within the classroom. I think mobile learning is a great way to keep students engaged and focused on
learning. Whether these tools are apps that students can use, containers for demonstrating research, or games that aid in
understanding, students are right there, living their learning, in the moment. These methods would definitely impact my TPACK,
by expanding my knowledge on how to incorporate technology within the classroom, and learning in general. I am not onehundred percent sure that I completed this matrix correctly, but I do think all of these ideas could work splendidly in the
classroom.